After a string of seemingly never-ending dreary weather, the temperatures in Michigan have picked up significantly within the past few weeks. With the increasing heat, though, comes an increased risk when it comes to heat stroke and heat exhaustion. Many people engage in sporting activities as well, and with football training camps at the high […]
Whether it’s through their school district or through a private company, driver’s education courses are a staple throughout the year for high school students. The courses are offered in the Brandon and Goodrich school districts and by several private companies. Regardless of the route parents choose to get their teenagers certified to drive, students must […]
Somewhere under a tangle of Thorn apple trees, green stagnated water and cattails lie miles of county drains’some more than 100 years old. Originally designed to drain water from farmers? fields during spring rains, the ribbons of three-foot deep ditches through woods, fields, and meadows have for the most part blended into the topography of […]
Brandon Twp – A three month crime spree is finally over with the alleged confession of three Brandon teens who admitted to causing havoc for the money. The three males, ages 14, 16, and 17 were making victims out of their own neighbors, by allegedly breaking into their homes while they were away. ‘A lot […]
Ortonville – Lately, neither mosquitos nor some residents are glad to see Brian McLean in their neighborhood. McLean, owner of Green Hornet Pest Control, was hired by the village to step-up efforts to prevent the West Nile virus. Brian McLean has been spraying pesticides in the village of Ortonville since late May. However, some residents […]
Brandon Twp – It’s going to cost John Gilpin for forging his daughter’s signature on a primary election absentee ballot. On Tuesday, July 15, Judge Michael Batchik, of the 52nd District Court, in Clarkston slapped Gilpin with a $250 fine, ordered him to serve 9 months of supervised probation, tagged with a $35 per month […]
* In May, a bill was introduced amending the Michigan Vehicle Code that would make a driver who garnered seven points on their license drivers license over two years pay an additional $100 fee. The ‘responsibility fee,? would increase by $50 for every point over seven until which time the license was suspended. The Secretary […]
During his days playing major junior hockey, Dr. Jay Stark thought about his future beyond the frozen pond. ‘I got a lot of back injuries playing hockey,? he said. ‘Chiropractic was one of the things that kept me going. It was a good fit for me when I started my undergraduate career.? After his last […]
Most officials believe the project will still happen, but a proposal to pave the current gravel section of Holcomb Road encountered some bumps last week. By a 3-3 tie on Tuesday, July 15, the Independence Township Board failed to approve a cost-sharing proposal with the Road Commission for Oakland County and Springfield Township. Supervisor Dale […]
Cindy Burroughs has joined The Clarkston News team as the new advertising manager. Before becoming advertising manager, Burroughs had been both a sales representative in Clarkston and Oxford during her tenure at Sherman Publications. Burroughs is ready to become part of the community. “I really want to be involved in the community, I am excited […]